Beer City Half OC
Santa Ana, California, United States
Nov 7, 2026 - Saturday
1mi, 5k, 10k, Half-marathon
Race Information
Beer City OC starts in Centennial Park in Santa Ana and runs along the Santa Ana River Trail through Fountain Valley, Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, and Newport Beach. The air is thick with excitement!
Beer City Orange County includes a half-marathon, 10k, and 5k distances. The Beer Stroll is a 1-mile walk for those who are mostly in it for the beer.
You don't have to have been part of other Beer City races to have a great time. You also don't have to care for beer. This gathering is meant for everyone, and it's made by runners, for runners. So come out for a great time with sunshine, running, beer, and celebrating.
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📍Long Beach - October 10-11, 2026
😄 Why We Like This Run
✅ The "Greatest Hits" Tour of Long Beach
✅ A Course Built for Every Goal
✅ The "Soul of SoCal" Cheer Squads
Known as the "Soul of SoCal," this October tradition transforms Long Beach into a 26.2-mile celebration of coastal energy. It perfectly balances a world-class professional event with the spirit of a tight-knit community block party.
Whether you’re aiming to qualify for Boston or just looking for a scenic way to spend a Sunday morning, the Long Beach Marathon offers an electric atmosphere that carries you from the historic Downtown waterfront all the way to the finish line festival at Marina Green.
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Race Facts
Race Size: 100 - 500
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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